{"product_id":"peterson-bluebird-nest-box","title":"Peterson Bluebird Nest Box","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUpgrade your nest box and enjoy the ease of use!\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\nWhat a game changer! The Peterson bluebird nest box is a trusted box style by seasoned bluebird trail monitors. And it's no wonder. This design not only attracts bluebirds, but other beautiful native cavity birds. There are some key benefits to this unique design:\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eSloped design keeps rain out and keeps the nest dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eSloped design helps bird landlords remove blowflies and other potential pests.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eIt attracts many other cavity nesting birds: Prothonotary warblers, chickadees, tree swallows and more!\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eThis box is well ventilated, which is is critical during the hot period of nesting season.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eThe access door opens from the top down for easy monitoring and cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eNest entry hole size is perfect for all bluebird species (eastern, mountain and western bluebirds).\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eHealthy fledglings will encourage your birds to come back\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\nStudies have shown that the Peterson box , with all of its advantages helps cavity nesting birds rear healthier fledglings. And successful broods mean your birds are more likely to return annually and nest in the same box again.\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eThe types of birds you might see:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\nWhile the Peterson bluebird nest box is designed for bluebirds, this nest box will draw plenty of other native cavity nesting birds:\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eAll species of bluebirds: eastern, mountain and western\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eChickadees\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eHouse wrens\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eProthonotary warblers\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eTree swallows\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eTufted titmice\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eViolet green swallows\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign specs that help your birds thrive\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\nWhen it comes to nest boxes \/ birdhouses, we only endorse the very best. The reason the Peterson box makes the mark is because so many trail monitors trust it. In fact, they trust this design so well, they implement it over other design styles.\r\n\r\nTo help you make your decision so you're absolutely sure, here are the important specifications.\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNest Hole Entry Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 inches x 2 inches (Ideal for eastern bluebirds, western bluebirds, tree swallows, chickadees, tufted titmouse, nut hatches and house wrens). This is too small for mountain bluebirds.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n \t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage \u0026amp; Ventilation: \u003c\/strong\u003eDrainage and ventilation is essential for keeping the nest box dry and cool during hot summer days.\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eDrainage: The nest box allows any water that may have gotten in to drain out of the bottom. However, the advantage of the Peterson design is that the slope of the box makes it harder for water to get into the nest box. In our experience, this nest box has stayed pretty dry even during heavy rains.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eVentilation: There are 2 ventilation holes on each side of the nest box. Ventilation allows airflow in the box, which is critical on hot summer days.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFledge\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGrooves:\u003c\/strong\u003e This nest box has interior horizontal grooves just beneath the nest entry hole to help fledglings and nestlings grasp inside and prepare to exit the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Panel Opening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspect the nest and clean it out easily for multiple broods using the front-opening pivot. The pivot is on the bottom, and the opening latch is at the top, allowing the box panel to be opened from top to bottom.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Notes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eThis box design is better suited for experienced bird landlords. If you've managed nest boxes successfully for one or two years, then transitioning to the Peterson design is a good idea.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eNot suited for new and inexperienced bird landlords. Instead, we recommend the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cavitynesters.com\/product\/bluebird-nest-box-starter\/\"\u003eultimate starter house\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eThings to watch out for:\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eThe sloped design can cause potential for nestlings to fall out when inspecting (again, for experienced birders).\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eThe narrow bottom can cause space competition as fledglings get older - this could lead to early fledging.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eDo not disregard the need for baffles and other predator protection. The Peterson design may minimize predatory threats, but an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cavitynesters.com\/product\/predator-defeater-raccoon-cylinder-pole-baffle\/\"\u003e8\"x24\" stovepipe\u003c\/a\u003e style baffle and proper mounting is important.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cdiv id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"\u003e\r\n\r\n \r\n\u003cdiv id=\"product-628\" class=\"product type-product post-628 status-publish first outofstock product_cat-bird-feeder product_tag-bluebird-feeder product_tag-chickadee-feeder product_tag-covered-feeder product_tag-feeder-for-good-birds product_tag-titmouse-feeder has-post-thumbnail taxable shipping-taxable purchasable product-type-simple\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"woocommerce-tabs wc-tabs-wrapper\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"woocommerce-Tabs-panel woocommerce-Tabs-panel--description panel entry-content wc-tab\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-title-description\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eCleaning Resources:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\nBelow are resources for keeping your nest box clean. Besides cleaning your nest box annually, we advise cleaning your nest box out completely after every brood. This will prevent mites from accumulating, minimize blowflies, allow you to prevent wasps, and keeps your birds healthy.\r\n\r\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cavitynesters.com\/best-cleaning-solution-for-my-birdhouse\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisit our cleaning solution guide to decide how you want to disinfect your nest box. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eVideo Guide To Cleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Ifz_ZugSO7M\u0026amp;t=402s\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nest Hollow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837352079413,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/7684\/1781\/files\/251f4b70-SP3H1.jpg?v=1765063599","url":"https:\/\/nesthollow.com\/products\/peterson-bluebird-nest-box","provider":"Nest Hollow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}